Accountant – VAT & Multilingual Specialist

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records and prepare financial statements.
• Handle bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and file VAT returns in compliance with local tax regulations.
• Advise clients on VAT registration, de‑registration, refunds, and compliance requirements.
• Assist clients with VAT audits and tax assessments.
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing activities.
• Prepare management reports and financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/local accounting standards and applicable tax laws.
• Monitor changes in VAT and tax legislation and advise clients accordingly.
• Assist Chinese‑speaking clients with accounting, taxation, and financial matters.
• Coordinate with auditors, banks, and government authorities when required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of accounting and VAT consulting experience.
• Strong knowledge of VAT regulations.
• Experience working with Chinese companies or multinational organisations is an advantage.
• Fluency in Mandarin and English (spoken and written) is required.

Required skills

• VAT regulations
• QuickBooks
• Zoho Books
• Tally
• SAP
• Microsoft Excel
• Oracle